JAS 39 Gripen vs Su-34 Fullback
The JAS 39 Gripen and the Su-34 Fullback are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Saab and Sukhoi respectively. Top speed is 2,100 km/h for the JAS 39 Gripen vs 2,120 km/h for the Su-34 Fullback. The JAS 39 Gripen has an operational range of 805 km vs 4,000 km for the Su-34 Fullback. The JAS 39 Gripen operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 15,000 m for the Su-34 Fullback. At 45,000 kg MTOW, the Su-34 Fullback is 3.2x the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg. The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in 300 units vs 155 for the Su-34 Fullback. Unit cost is $85M for the JAS 39 Gripen vs $36M for the Su-34 Fullback. The JAS 39 Gripen first flew 2 years before the Su-34 Fullback (1988 vs 1990).
| Swedish multirole fighter, developed during the Cold War, widely deployed in NATO operations and diverse global air forces. | |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 9 December 1988 |
| Year introduced | 1996 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $85 million |
| Russian strike fighter, known for action in Syrian Civil War, optimized for all-weather, precision ground-attack and aerial combat roles. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi |
| First flight | 13 April 1990 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 155 units |
| Average unit price | $36 million |
| Wing area | 30.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 805 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 6,800 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 5,507 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 52.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.7 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2120 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 45,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 20,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 12,500 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is faster with a maximum speed of 2,120 km/h compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 2,100 km/h, a difference of 20 km/h.
Which has longer range, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 805 km.
Which can fly higher, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Su-34 Fullback's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 45,000 kg compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14,000 kg.
Which is larger, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The Su-34 Fullback is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the JAS 39 Gripen's 14.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen is more expensive at approximately $85 million per unit compared to the Su-34 Fullback at $36 million.
Which entered service first, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen entered service first in 1996, 1 years before the Su-34 Fullback which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the JAS 39 Gripen or Su-34 Fullback?
The JAS 39 Gripen has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 155 units of the Su-34 Fullback.